Principal - Multiple Vacancies - Southern Region

1 week ago


Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Department for Education, Children and Young People Tasmania Full time $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Be a School Principal and Lead, Learn, Live in Tasmania

Join the Tasmanian Department for Education, Children and Young People (DECYP) and make a difference

About Us

We are a connected and values-driven community, united by a shared commitment to putting children and young people first. Across Tasmania's 192 unique schools—each with its own context and character—we work to ensure every learner is known, safe, well, and learning.

As a principal, you play a vital role at the heart of this critical work. Your voice is central to shaping our education system, and your leadership is guided by the same principles that define our department. You will model and foster a growth mindset, lead your school improvement plan with purpose, and align your efforts with the department's strategic priorities.

Through your inspirational leadership, you will cultivate a positive culture and a collaborative environment among students, families, staff, and colleague principals.  Every day, in meaningful and dynamic ways, you will champion student learning and drive improved educational outcomes for every child and young person in your care.

Support and Ways Schools Operate

The Communities of Schools and Child and Family Learning Centres (CoSC) initiative is reshaping how education is delivered across Tasmania by bringing together small groups of schools and CFLCs under shared leadership, led by an Educational Leader for each community.

This initiative, planned for full implementation in 2026, brings small groups of schools and CFLCs together under executive leadership to enhance practice, scale success, share resources, and work collaboratively to improve outcomes for learners.

This model fosters a strong sense of community and joint accountability, encouraging schools and centres to build deeper connections within their local areas and with each other to ensure every child and young person is known, safe, well, and learning. It also provides clear points of contact and shared responsibilities that reduce administrative burdens on principals and staff, allowing them to focus more on instructional leadership and student outcomes.

By streamlining layers between the classroom and the broader system, CoSC enhances operational efficiency, improves resource allocation, and supports more consistent engagement with external stakeholders. This collaborative and adaptive approach is being implemented in phases, with ongoing feedback to ensure it meets the evolving needs of schools, staff, and communities.

Why Join Us?

As a principal with DECYP, you will be highly supported in your role. We are committed to your wellbeing and professional growth, ensuring you flourish and drive continuous school improvement. Here's what we offer:

  • Proactive support system with students at the centre of decision-making
  • Ongoing professional growth and developmentaligned to our system's Professional Capability Framework (PCF)
  • Professional Learning Communities with collaborative and experienced school leaders
  • Incentives including relocation, accommodation, and regional allowances where applicable
  • Enriching work/life experience with the community feel of being part of Tasmania's bright future

Your Role

As a principal, you will play a vital role in our education system. Your voice will be front and centre, guiding your actions with our values-based approach. You will:

  • Model and foster a growth mindset to deliver on your school improvement plan and the department's strategic priorities and as a member of the CoSC leadership team.
  • Inspire others with your strong leadership qualities and capabilities
  • Create a positive culture and a collaborative environment for students, families, staff, and principal colleagues
  • Drive change and improve educational outcomes for every student

Join Us

Every day, in different ways, you will share your dynamic approach to student learning and make a significant impact on educational outcomes. Be a part of a system that values your leadership and supports your journey.

Apply now and lead, learn, and live in beautiful Tasmania

Schools advertised in this region:

  • Jordan River Learning Federation Senior School Campus - Level 6 Salary: $195,454 to $205, % Superannuation
  • Lauderdale Primary School Level 4 Salary: $176,141 to $185, % Superannuation
  • Mount Stuart Primary School Level 3 Salary: $166,483 to $176, % Superannuation
  • Rosetta Primary School Level 3 Salary: $166,483 to $176, % Superannuation
  • Sandy Bay Infant School Level 1 Salary: $147,175 to $156, % Superannuation
  • Tasmanian eSchool (statewide Level 4 Salary: $176,141 to $185, % Superannuation

Period of Appointment:Ongoing - Start date of 1 January 2026 (or negotiated with the successful applicant)

Hours: 70 hours per fortnight

Does this sound like you?  What next?

Have a conversation with the Contact Officer.

Name: Mary Laing

Title:   Executive Officer

Phone:

Email:  

To apply provide:

  • Two-page statement addressing the selection criteria
  • A current resume/CV, up to six pages
  • A short covering letter, up to one page
  • Two professional referees.

Applicants should seek an information pack about the school/college from the contact person on the advert.

Essential Requirements

  • The Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Act 2013requires persons undertaking work in a regulated activity to be registered. A regulated activity is a child related service or activity defined in the Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Regulations 2014. This registration must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of this may be checked at any time during employment.

  • Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

  • In accordance with section 106 (a) and (b) of theEducation Act 2016, all Principals must be a registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
  • Satisfactory completion of the School Leadership and Management Prerequisites (SLMP) (Internal applicants will be able to add learning to their own MyCareer profile. External applicants will be provided access on shortlisting)

Desirable Requirements

  • Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005.

Applications are made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

DECYP is committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to reflect the broader diversity of the Tasmanian community. As part of our inclusive practice, we will be flexible to the needs of our staff, students and job applicants.

Supporting Documents

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement of Duties (DOC)

Guide to Applicants – Principal Short Form Application (PDF)



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